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The Public Radio Crisis

Rural and tribal NPR stations across America are facing an unprecedented funding crisis that threatens the very foundation of local public media.

40-50% CPB Funding Dependence

200+ Rural Stations at Risk

15M Rural Listeners Affected

The Crisis

Many rural stations receive more than 40-50% of their budgets from Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) grants. Federal funding cuts threaten their ability to stay operational, with some stations at risk of going dark entirely.

Who's Most at Risk

Rural stations with minimal staffing and shoestring budgets
Tribal stations serving Indigenous communities across vast territories
Emergency services that provide critical disaster alerts
Local journalism preventing the expansion of news deserts

Radio remains a lifeline for rural and tribal residents, especially where internet and mobile access is poor or during emergencies.

How You Can Help

🎯 Find your local station on the map below

💝 Make a direct donation to support programming

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Contact Your Representatives

Your voice matters! Contact your representatives to support continued funding for NPR and PBS.

📞 Call Script

"Hello, I'm [YOUR NAME], a constituent from [YOUR ADDRESS/CITY]. I'm calling to ask [Representative/Senator NAME] to support continued federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

NPR and PBS stations provide critical services to our community, including emergency alerts, local news, and educational programming. Many rural and tribal stations depend on CPB funding for 40-50% of their budgets.

I urge [Representative/Senator NAME] to reinstate and protect funding for NPR and PBS. These stations are vital for keeping our communities informed and connected.

Thank you for your time."

💡 Tips for Calling:

Have your full address ready to verify you're a constituent
Be polite and brief - staff handle many calls
Ask for the representative's position on CPB funding
Follow up with a written letter if possible

🏛️ Find Your Representative's Phone Number ↗

Most at Risk